Vegan Crispy Polenta Fries

Transform your snack game with these irresistibly crunchy Vegan Crispy Polenta Fries! Made from creamy polenta infused with nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and black pepper, this recipe elevates simple ingredients into a savory, plant-based delight. Once cooled and cut into tidy fry shapes, the polenta is brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with smoky paprika, and baked to golden perfection, creating a satisfyingly crispy exterior with a soft, flavorful center. Ready in just over an hour (including chilling time), these gluten-free and dairy-free fries are perfect as a wholesome appetizer or snack. Pair them with your favorite vegan dipping sauce for the ultimate crowd-pleaser that’s as delicious as it is simple to prepare!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup polenta
• 3 cups water
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.

Step 2

Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring continuously to prevent any lumps from forming.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and cook the polenta for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently until it becomes very thick and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

Step 4

Stir in the nutritional yeast, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Line a baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 6

Pour the cooked polenta into the prepared dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Allow it to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.

Step 7

Once the polenta is firm, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 8

Lift the polenta out of the dish using the parchment overhang, and transfer it onto a cutting board.

Step 9

Cut the polenta into fry shapes, about 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches long.

Step 10

Arrange the polenta fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 11

Brush them with olive oil on all sides, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 12

Sprinkle the fries with smoked paprika for extra flavor.

Step 13

Bake the polenta fries in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden and crispy on the edges.

Step 14

Remove from the oven, allow them to cool slightly, and serve warm with your favorite vegan dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1006.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	504.9

Total Fat 39.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 27.6mg	0%
Sodium 1952.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 11.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0.2IU	0%
Calcium 149.7mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 358.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.7%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 22.1%